Pakistan

Karachi Power Crisis: K-Electric cuts power supply of lines area over Rs4 Billion unpaid bills KARACHI: K-Electric has cut off electricity to Karachi’s Lines Area after unpaid dues from residents crossed Rs4 billion, the company’s spokesperson said on Monday. According to K-Electric, the power supply was disconnected due to widespread non-payment by defaulters. The company urged residents to clear their …

“Together against Hatred”: PM Shehbaz honors Hindu community on Diwali ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said there is no room for hatred, chaos, or terrorism in Pakistan as he extended warm Diwali greetings to the Hindu community. Speaking at a Diwali celebration hosted at the Prime Minister’s House, Shehbaz Sharif praised the valuable contributions of all communities to …

Naqvi and Bilawal urge political unity for Pakistan’s stability Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Monday stressed the need for unity among political parties to address national challenges and ensure internal stability. During their meeting at Bilawal House in Karachi, both leaders discussed the country’s political situation, law and order, and matters of …

Pakistan and Afghanistan move toward border reopening within two days ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan-Afghanistan border is expected to reopen within the next 24 to 48 hours, sources told private media on Monday, following an agreement on a ceasefire between the two neighbouring countries. Pakistan had closed the Torkham and Chaman crossings on October 12 after the Afghan Taliban, along with affiliated …

Major reason behind soaring Tomato prices revealed KARACHI: Tomato prices have skyrocketed across the country, giving citizens another strong jolt of inflation. In many areas, tomatoes are now selling for more than the price of chicken per kilogram. In the open market, tomatoes are being sold between Rs400 and Rs650 per kg, while in the wholesale market, the price has …

TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AACSB International (AACSB) and Academy of Management (AOM) in collaboration with eight leading organizations from the business academic and scholarly community today released the Global Research Impact Framework: Exposure Draft, a major step toward expanding the reach, relevance, and rigor of business school research worldwide. The Global Research Impact Task Force, comprising representatives from …

Prime Minister reviews progress on energy sector reforms ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday chaired a review meeting on the energy reforms package and directed the Power Division to prepare comprehensive policy recommendations for improving the sector. The prime minister said that supporting industrialists and investors is among the government’s top priorities, as the growth of industry and agriculture …

Rawalpindi Test: Pakistan score 259 over 5 wicket loss on the first day of the first innings RAWALPINDI: Pakistan finished the first day of the second Test against South Africa at 259 for 5 after choosing to bat first at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Captain Shan Masood led from the front with a brilliant 87-run knock, while Abdullah Shafique added …

NADRA announces hundreds of new jobs across Sindh KARACHI: The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has announced that it will hire 200 Junior Executives (Data Entry Operators) across different districts of Karachi and interior Sindh as part of its plan to expand and improve services. According to officials, the recruitment drive will cover five districts in Karachi and nine …

CM Maryam Nawaz distributes flood cards among Okara families OKARA: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz distributed Flood Cards in Okara on Monday, officially launching the provincial government’s rehabilitation program for flood victims, according to news. Speaking at the distribution ceremony in Depalpur, Maryam Nawaz said, “Nawaz Sharif’s daughter has come to fulfill her promise.” She assured that every affected family …